Alternative Medical Careers Advice for Doctors

So you’re thinking of changing career? Medical degrees unlock a huge number of opportunities! There are plenty of alternative medical careers far beyond the hospital and GP settings – some require more training; whilst so many others relish the transferable skills that you have on offer and you have taken so long to learn.

Find out more about just some of the alternative medical careers available to you below.

Public HealthInterventions have the potential to improve the lives of thousands
Working OverseasSix months or six years abroad can add a whole new dimension to your CV
Cosmetic MedicineBotulinum toxin and filers through to laser therapy and sclerotherapy

Defence MedicineThe Army, Royal Air Force and Royal Navy and the Territorial Army
Occupational MedicineA branch of clinical medicine, it focuses on health care in the workplace
Maritime MedicineTypically forming part of a Medical Team on board commercial liners

Medical EducationIncludes educating the public nationally and internationally
Medical PoliticsRepresentation from local through to national and international posts
Hospital ManagementResponsible for running hospitals and the potential to impact health care delivery

Volunteering AbroadProviding medical aid where it is needed most
Medical JournalismPeer-reviewed Medical Journals to TV, Radio and Newspapers
Medical LawConcerns the rights, duties of the medical profession and the rights of the patient

Management ConsultancyImprove the performance of organizations that have hired them
Investment BankingAid companies acquire funds, advise on transactions
Pharmaceutical MedicineDrug design, development and marketing